Too many spiders! Directed by: Joaquim Dos Santos, Kemp Powers, Justin K. ThompsonWritten by: Phil Lord, Christopher Miller, Dave CallahamCast: Shameik Moore, Hailee Steinfeld, Brian Tyree Henry, Luna Lauren Velez, Jason SchwartzmanSwift shot: I really enjoyed this one, despite the umpteen thousands of Spider-People or what they call the Spider Society, which sounds like a … [Read more...] about Spider-Man: Across The Spider-Verse
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Chevalier
Directed by: Stephen WilliamsWritten by: Stefani RobinsonCast: Kelvin Harrison Jr., Samara Weaving, Lucy Boynton Chevalier is a great film and an impactful story worth watching! However, I am concerned about whether this film was made to educate its audience or to capitalize on the popularity of the Bridgerton series.Chevalier is a biographical film about Joseph Bologne. … [Read more...] about Chevalier
Empire of Light
Written and Directed by: Sam MendesCast: Michael Ward, Olivia Colman, Colin Firth Before I begin my review, I will say it is a shame Empire of Light has not received more Academy Award nominations. I believe the screenplay and both the leads deserved at least a nomination. At its core Empire of Light is a film about love but also a love for films and cinema. It is surprising … [Read more...] about Empire of Light
Frank and Penelope
Sexy, high octane thrill ride! Directed by: Sean Patrick FlaneryWritten by: Sean Patrick Flanery, Story by John ThaddeusCast: Billy Budinich, Caylee Cowan, Johnathon Schaech, Brian Maillard, Sydney Scotia Swift shot: Back in 2010, I came up with The Thrillometer for my old iratefilms site, and it's been awhile since a film has earned dusting that bad boy off, and now … [Read more...] about Frank and Penelope
The Lost City
Decent but forgettable Directed by: Aaron Nee, Adam NeeWritten by: Seth Gordon, Oren Uziel, Adam NeeCast: Sandra Bullock, Channing Tatum, Daniel Radcliffe Swift shot: Basically Romancing the Stone for millennials. An underwhelming romantic action comedy that is best watched without seeing any of the trailers. It's criminal to allow major cameos and gags to be shown in … [Read more...] about The Lost City